Admissions

The goal of MIT Sloan's PhD Program is to select a small number of people who are most likely to successfully complete our rigorous and demanding program — and ultimately achieve a PhD. The admission selection process is highly competitive; only 15-20 students are admitted from a pool of several hundred applicants.

What We Seek

Outstanding intellectual ability

Excellent academic records

Previous work in disciplines related to the intended area of concentration

Strong commitment to a career in research

Other Considerations

Letters of recommendation, especially those providing evidence of research potential